Geological/Geophysical Engineering

Overview of a College Program in Geological/Geophysical Engineering

As a Geological/Geophysical Engineering college major you can study the earth’s physical qualities. For example, you can research and examine soil, plant life and waterways like rivers and lakes. A strong appreciation for the earth and strong mathematical skills can help you to excel in the college programs. After you complete your coursework and get your degree you can work in industries like petroleum, environmental science, physics and chemistry.

Degrees you can get as a Geological/Geophysical Engineering major include an Associate of Science in Geology, Bachelor of Science in Geology, Bachelor of Science in Physics, Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering, Master of Science in Geology, Master of Science in Physics, Master of Science in Environmental Engineering, Doctorate of Environmental Engineering and a Doctorate of Geology. Although core courses associated with the degree programs vary by school, being established by administrators at individual accredited colleges and universities, when you enroll in the program you may take core courses like:

• Research Methods in Environmental Design
• Process of Environmental Planning
• Historical Geology
• Physical Geology
• Introduction to Petrology
• Mineralogy
• Structured Geology and Tectonics
• Principles of Geophysical Exploration
• Petroleum Seismology
• Introduction to Global Geophysics
• Differential Equations
• Chemistry
• Quantitative Methods in Environmental Planning
• Landscape Plants, Identification and Use

Available Learning Formats for Geological/Geophysical Engineering

Field research and laboratory work are a part of some Geological/Geophysical Engineering college programs. In the event the accredited college or university you attend requires you to complete field research and laboratory work you may have to travel to campus or to outdoor areas to complete school assignments. However, you may be able to complete textbook focused school work from home by enrolling in distance learning courses. Check with your academic advisor to find out the computer hardware and software requirements you need to qualify to take distance learning or virtual courses. When you take the courses you can still keep in touch with your classmates and professors, generally using video, message boards, secure chat rooms, web seminars and conference calls.

Outlook for Careers in Geological/Geophysical Engineering

Top geological and geophysical engineering positions may go to professionals who continue their education and get doctorate degrees. Even without the advanced graduate degrees, jobs for geoscientists and hydrologists are expected to grow faster than average compared to other occupations from 2008 through 2018 according to the United States Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). In fact, jobs for geoscientists and hydrologists are expected to grow by as much as 18 percent during this time period. Furthermore, geoscientists earned an average annual salary of $79,160 as of May 2008; hydrologists earned $71,450.

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